LPN / LVN

Encompass Health; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A rehabilitation healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time, part-time, and PRN positions in Altoona, PA. The role involves providing direct patient care and working under the supervision of registered nurses. Candidates must have a current LPN licensure and CPR certification, with preference given to those with rehabilitation experience. Competitive benefits including increased hourly compensation, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold current LPN licensure as per state regulations.
• Current CPR certification is necessary.
• Preferred: experience in inpatient medical-surgical or general hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing tasks under the supervision of an RN.
• Provide direct care and monitor vital signs.
• Assist patients in achieving discharge goals.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Nursing tasks

Behavior monitoring

Education

Current LPN licensure

Rehabilitation experience

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Full-time, Part-time, and PRN, 12 HOUR SHIFTS. Shifts 6 am - 6 pm and 6 pm - 6 am

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Altoona is an 80-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital that provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad array of nursing tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse each day.
• Provide direct care to patients; carry out their plans of care and observe their behavior, vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
• Work with a wide range of diagnoses, including stroke, spinal cord injury, neurological disorders, joint replacement, fractures, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions.
• Help patients work toward goals of being discharged and returning to their lives, families, and communities

Requirements

• Current LPN licensure appropriate to state regulations required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• One or more years of experience within an inpatient medical-surgical or general hospital setting preferred.
• Rehabilitation Experience Preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one, including newly increased hourly compensation rate for part-time, full-time and PRN LPNs.
• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that increases with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401k and employee stock-purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Encompass Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.